We offer care for the whole family, and that includes the little ones too! With children’s dentistry, your Leawood, KS, dentist can offer preventive care to keep cavities away, and provide restoration to treat tooth decay as well, so kids can avoid issues like infection or premature tooth loss. We look forward to helping little smiles with children’s dental care.
When Kids Need Checkups and Cleanings
Just like you, kids need to attend checkup and cleaning visits every six months. There is an initial exam recommended at around age one once the first baby tooth erupts, and traditional checkups and cleanings should happen every six months at around age two. During the exam portion, we will take a close look at your child’s teeth and gums with digital imaging technology, so we can make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy. We can also discuss proper oral hygiene habits, and the importance of regular smile care.
During the cleaning portion, we will remove all plaque and tartar buildup with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool. The procedure helps lower the risk of cavities and gingivitis, and also fights bad breath and teeth stains. We complete the procedure by polishing the teeth to make buildup less severe before your child’s next visit, and to help brighten the smile!
Preventing Cavities
Cavities are common in kids of all ages, and they can form in babies and toddlers too, which is why treatment to prevent cavities is so important. During checkup visits, we can apply a fluoride varnish to the teeth in seconds, which can strengthen the weakened portions of enamel to prevent cavities. Since kids often have trouble reaching the rear teeth when they brush and floss, the molars can be prone to develop cavities. But with dental sealants, we coat these teeth in a thin acrylic layer that keeps food and drink particles from being trapped there. The layers stay in place for up to ten years and application only takes a short time! If we discover a cavity already formed in your child’s smile, we can treat it in one visit with a metal-free and lifelike composite resin dental filling.
Important Homecare Habits
To protect little smiles in between vistas, you should make sure your kids brush twice a day, in the morning and at night, using a fluoride toothpaste. Flossing is vital too, and try to help them cut back on the amount of sugar in their diets!
Do You Have Any Questions About Children’s Dentistry?
Our team is ready to help your kids enjoy good oral health and strong smiles. Call Dreem Dentistry in Leawood, KS by calling (913)681-5500 to learn more about our treatments for little smiles.
